winter plants
Grow

Cool list

Winter looks different depending on where you are in the country but there’s always something on show. In the July issue, Stephen Ryan introduces some flowering beauties to bring colour and scent to the winter garden.

Asian vegetables
Herbs

Take a leaf

There’s a huge diversity of Asian vegetables to grow beyond what you see at your local supermarket. In the July issue, author and urban permaculture gardener Connie Cao shares tips on leafy greens to grow in the cool season.

Native river rose
Native plants

Native river rose

This cute, spreading shrub is arrayed in tiny pink flowers in spring, with spot-flowering for most of the year.

winter-flowering salvias
Grow

Natural salve

Explore winter-flowering salvias that bring vibrant colour through the coldest months.

Pimelea
Native plants

Prime pimelea time

The spherical clusters of colourful flowers on these small native shrubs light up the garden for months.

roses
Roses

Everything’s coming up roses

It’s rose-shopping time! We asked rose aficionado Steve Falcioni to pick his favourite new varieties.

Red and green kangaroo paw
Native plants

A walk in the park

We visit Perth’s King Park and the Western Australian Botanic Garden to explore some unique botanical treasures. AB Bishop showcases five sensational native plants and how to grow them.

Tree fern
Shrubs and trees

Terrific tree ferns

With their sculptural forms and vivid-green canopies, tree ferns are statement plants – deserving a key role in a shady setting.

cottage perennials
Flowers

Cottage perennials

The focus of cottage-style gardens is on an abundance of colour and diverse flower shapes. Steve Falcioni reveals some of his favourite cottage perennials which are easy to grow.

aquatic edible plants
Vegies

Aquatic edible plants

Aquatic edibles, such as native river mint, look good in the garden and are a great way to increase your range of delicious, leafy greens, writes Dr Ketah Silvester.

Delphiniums
Flowers

Delphiniums – a cottage classic

Known as the quintessential cottage plant, delphiniums add that all-important verticality to a display.

Grow potted bulbs
Bulbs

Grow potted bulbs

March is the time to plant bulbs for vibrant spring blooms, and growing them in pots is a simple way to guarantee bursts of cheerful colour.